GRE Word List
PHOENIX
a legendary bird which according to one account lived 500 years, burned itself to ashes on a pyre, and rose alive from the ashes to live another period
The meaning of the word phoenix is a legendary bird which according to one account lived 500 years, burned itself to ashes on a pyre, and rose alive from the ashes to live another period.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| slink | to go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal |
| blase | apathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary |
| jibe | to be in accord : agree |
| stealth | a cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection |
| token | a piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms |
| exorcise | to expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration |
| rejuvenate | to make young or youthful again : give new vigor to |
| tentative | not fully worked out or developed |
| disband | to break up the organization of : dissolve |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |